No. 6 Settling Basin

CLARKES CREEK· Clay, Florida· Earth· 22 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

No. 6 Settling Basin is classified as significant hazard in Florida. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 57.9% in FL)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage6.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage5.8K acre-ft
Surface Area330 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDFL00699

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 31, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SJRWMD

Ownership

ASSOCIATED MINERALS LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of No. 6 Settling Basin?

No. 6 Settling Basin is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates No. 6 Settling Basin?

No. 6 Settling Basin is owned by ASSOCIATED MINERALS LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of No. 6 Settling Basin?

No. 6 Settling Basin serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is No. 6 Settling Basin?

No. 6 Settling Basin has a dam height of 22 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was No. 6 Settling Basin last inspected?

No. 6 Settling Basin was last inspected on July 31, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.